Loaded Baked Potatoes- Cowboy Kent Rollins

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.

Step 2

Wash and rinse potatoes. In a medium bowl, whisk together the water and salt. Place the potatoes in the water and roll around so they are coated well with the water and salt solution.

Step 3

Remove the potatoes and place on a wire rack. With a fork, pierce several holes around the potatoes, to vent while baking. Place the potatoes back on the wire rack and place the rack onto a baking sheet or pan. Bake for 45 minutes to 1 hour, or until the internal temperature is 200 degrees F.

Step 4

Brush the potatoes generously with about 1 tablespoon of butter each, or bacon grease and continue baking another 10 to 15 minutes, or until the internal temp is 210 degrees F.

Step 5

Meanwhile, generously season the steak with lime juice followed by the Original seasoning or salt and pepper. Place the steak on a medium-hot grill and cook for about 7 minutes, or the internal temperature is 135 degrees F. for medium doneness.

Step 6

Remove from the heat and let cool slightly before roughly chopping.

Step 7

Melt the remaining 6 tablespoons of butterIn a small saucepan over medium heat. Whisk in the sour cream, paprika and rosemary until smooth and warmed through.

Step 8

When the potatoes have reached 210 degrees. F., remove from the oven and immediately cut the top open to let the steam out. Fluff with a fork.

Step 9

Pour half of the butter mixture on top of each potato. Top each potato with steak and cheese. Place the potatoes back in the oven for about 2 minutes, or until the cheese has melted. Top with the remaining butter mixture and jalapenos, if using. Serve immediately.